To become a volunteer or paid lifeguard there are a number of minimum requirements you must meet:

- Firstly you will need to be a member of an affiliated Surf Life Saving Club in Great Britain.- You will need to hold a current Beach Lifeguard Award (NARS Beach Lifeguard award)- Be compliant with the RNLI’s medical requirements (checked annually)- Pass a police check (every three years for volunteers)- Meet the fitness requirements